Cops search for La Jolla hit-run driver

Point Loma  San Diego police are working to identify a hit-and-run driver who left a pedestrian seriously injured in La Jolla last month.

The 51-year-old victim was crossing La Jolla Boulevard at Westbourne Street about 6:20 p.m. Feb. 6 when he was struck by a dark vehicle, San Diego police said. The driver of the vehicle didn’t stop and fled the scene.

The victim is continuing to recover from severe injuries.

The vehicle was described as a dark gray SUV, similar to a Toyota 4Runner, possibly a 1998 to 2002 model. The license plate possibly began with 5D and had a 6 or G as the third item. The vehicle may have damage to the front right headlight.

The driver was described as possibly white or Latino, 22 to 40 years old, 5 feet 10 inches to 6 feet 2 inches tall, with dark hair. He may have been wearing a plaid jacket, possibly red or green.

Police are also hoping to speak with a woman in a red Range Rover who chased after the suspect vehicle after the crash. She never reported back to police, and investigators would like to interview her for further details.

Anyone with information can call traffic detectives at (858) 495-7800 or leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-8477. Tipsters may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.